GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. — Learning doesn't end when school's out. Neither does the need for good nutrition.
Summer is when kids can sleep in, travel to the beach with their families, and enjoy a break from school. But for some, it could mean not knowing where they're going to get their next meal.
Food insecurity increases during the summer months when kids can't rely on the meals they receive at school.
Here's how each county will provide meals to kids this summer:
Guilford County Schools
On-site breakfast and lunch will be served to children 18 and under for free. Meals will be served Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 11 a.m. to noon. The program is from June 13 to Aug.19 at most participating schools.
More than half of GCS students are eligible for free and reduced meals during the school year.
“We know many families count on the meals we offer during the school year,” said Travis Fisher, executive director of GCS School Nutrition Services. “This program allows us to continue to support our students, families, and communities even when school isn’t in session.”
Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools
On-site meals for WS/FCS will run from June 20 to Aug 11. All meals must be eaten on-site, according to the school district.
Randolph County Schools
Randolph County School System will be providing free meals to all children ages 18 and under. There are no income requirements, but you must register on their website. Click here to register in Spanish.
Don't see your school district listed? Text Food to 304-304 to find a location near you.
Mt. Airy School District
JJ Jones Intermediate School in Mount Airy will be feeding students from noon to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday from June 13 to August 12. The site will be closed Monday, July 4.
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